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Machine engineering

Automation design

NX enables holistic engineering of production systems from mechanical concepts to complete programmable logic controller (PLC) code. Discover a new toolset for a complete machine and plant design workflow.

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Prepare for a paradigm shift in advanced machine design

Learn how to leverage advanced machine design software for a competitive advantage, learn the benefits of the comprehensive digital twin, and learn how to embrace and master the machine engineering complexity with this white paper from CIMdata.

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NX automation design solutions

NX Mechatronic Concept Designer with direct user interface input.
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Mechatronic design

Break down barriers between electrical, mechanical and automation engineers with a multidisciplinary approach to machine design.

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Factory design

Discover a whole new level of collaboration with a toolset that enables a complete machine and plant design workflow, providing the highest design quality in the shortest time possible.

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Advanced machine engineering for industrial machinery

Take a look at the key trends, implications, possibilities and solutions that are used to address key challenges for industrial machinery manufacturers.

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